Rams Training Camp at LMU

As an organic progression of our partnership, we have been exploring various opportunities to host Rams events, including the possibility of their training camp. We are excited that this provides another opportunity for our students to benefit from access to the Rams organization, via dedicated internships and additional yet-to-be-determined academic opportunities.

The experience promises national media exposure for the university during a key fan engagement period for the Rams, advancing our strategic plan commitment to extend our reach beyond the bluff. We are also excited to welcome thousands of visitors and fans to our beautiful campus, attract and retain our prospective students, and to engage our donors, alumni, and friends.

As an NFL training camp host, we are joining a select group of colleges and universities nationally to experience the excitement and energy of hosting a professional sports team. We will play a role in crafting a first-rate guest experience for Rams players during their stay on the bluff, and offer fans a glimpse of their practice routines and an opportunity to enjoy activities on campus.

Rams Training Camp will kick off in late July, during the week of July 22. More details including date and times of open practices and information for fans will be announced and posted on therams.com/trainingcamp and lmu.edu/rams in the coming weeks.

The first areas to be impacted are the athletics fields and associated facilities as they are transformed into practice fields and fan engagement areas. In early-mid July, limited academic and administrative spaces will be converted into staff and player meeting spaces.

Please note the following limitations in effect between July 15-Aug. 4:

• Parking: LMU faculty, staff, and students will only be able to park in Rosecrans Lane, Whelan Lane, Del Rey Underground, and University Hall. Please see the training camp parking map for additional details. LMU will waive parking permit deductions for all staff and faculty with an active permit during the two pay periods running July 7-20 and July 21 – Aug. 3 for staff and part-time faculty, and July 1-15 and July 16-31 for full-time faculty.
• Loyola Boulevard Gate Closure: the Loyola gate will be closed to all vehicular traffic entering campus. Vehicles will still be able to exit campus via Loyola Blvd. but all incoming traffic must go through LMU Drive. LMU staff, faculty, and students will be able to access the Loyola Blvd. pedestrian gate on foot by showing their valid OneCard. The entrance will be closed for all other pedestrians.
• Campus Access: campus access will be limited to LMU staff, faculty, and students who are required to work or otherwise be on campus, along with conference and event guests. Please be prepared to show your OneCard when entering campus. Individuals entering campus without a OneCard will be required to show proof of business being conducted on campus (e.g. tour confirmation, conference guest, etc.). Faculty and staff will still have access to their offices and research space during this time, but may be asked to show their OneCard when accessing certain areas of campus.

For planning purposes, please know that the majority of public practices will be after 3 p.m.

The university teams involved in planning and logistics will continue to reach out directly to impacted campus areas, providing personalized support and guidance to minimize potential impacts.

As we prepare to host the Rams training camp, we ask for your understanding and cooperation. We acknowledge that hosting an event of this magnitude may present challenges, and we are committed to working collaboratively to address any concerns. We aim to minimize inconvenience and ensure that the benefits of this unique opportunity are fully realized by our community.

LMUCC operations will not be impacted. As we get closer to training camp there may be additional information shared with LMUCC families regarding pickup on open practice days.

The men’s and women’s soccer teams will be training offsite for the first two weeks of the season. We have also rescheduled their first home matches as away matches. Other fall sports will utilize their training facilities as usual during training camp. The Rams will use the Chad and Ginni Dreier weight room for specific hours each day, allowing LMU athletic teams to continue using the weight room for their training needs.

Yes, there will be minimal impacts to summer camps. Camps will take place as scheduled and specific drop-off and pick-up locations will be found on the summer camps website as soon as the information is available. Drop-off and pick-up will only be impacted on open practice dates, which will also be shared as soon as available.

Yes, there will be eight days that are open to the public. You must have a ticket to attend open practices. Ticket applications open on Wednesday, June 26 at 10 a.m. on the Rams training camp website.

Players will stay in LMU residence halls during training camp.

During training camp the campus will experience impacts in several parking lots. From July 15 – Aug. 4, LMU faculty, staff, and students will only be able to park in Rosecrans Lane, Whelan Lane, Del Rey Underground, and University Hall. Please see the training camp parking map for additional details.

However, during this time LMU will waive parking permit deductions for all staff and faculty with an active parking permit, for the two pay periods running July 7-20 and July 21 – Aug. 3 for staff, and July 1-15 and July 16-31 for faculty.

We are proactively alerting visitors, fans, and the surrounding community that the training camp may only be accessed through the LMU Drive entrance on Lincoln Boulevard. The Loyola Boulevard entrance will be closed to all vehicular traffic between July 15-Aug. 4, to minimize any impacts to the neighborhood.

Additionally, between July 15-Aug. 4 campus access will be limited to LMU faculty, staff, and students who are required to work or otherwise be on campus, along with conference and event guests. Individuals entering campus without a OneCard will be required to show proof of business being conducted on campus (e.g. tour confirmation, conference guest, etc.)

All of these policies are designed to mitigate strain on the surrounding community, and LMU will remain in close communication with neighbors both ahead of and during training camp.

Yes, lmu.edu/rams will be regularly updated, both leading up to and throughout Rams training camp. Additionally, LMU Community Relations will send frequent messages to the Westchester neighborhood, keeping residents informed ahead of and throughout the duration of training camp. Questions can be directed to community@lmu.edu.

Yes, any LMU community member can attend open practice as long as they hold a valid ticket. Ticket applications open on Wednesday, June 26 at 10 a.m. on the Rams training camp website.

The training camp will increase internships for students seeking real-world experience working with a powerhouse professional sports organization. LMU students can apply for these opportunities via Handshake.

Yes. While some of our early returning fall sports teams may experience some impact, the campus will be ready for the start of the fall semester on Aug 26. We will communicate directly with impacted groups and provide accommodations as needed.

Yes, the Burns Rec Center will remain open during training camp (see hours here). Keep in mind, on open practice days you may experience delays accessing the facility due to increased traffic on campus.

The majority of events occurring during training camp will experience minimal to no impact. Regardless, all individuals hosting events on campus between July 15-Aug. 4 have been contacted by the Conference and Event Services scheduling office to confirm details or alternative options.

If you have any questions or concerns please reach out to scheduling@lmu.edu.

No, campus tours will not be impacted during training camp.

No. Training camp's impact on academic courses or research taking place during the summer will be minimal, as the majority of Summer II classes are fully online.

Safety protocol will include walk-through weapons detection system and enforcement of the NFL Clear Bag Policy.

You can view the full list of prohibited items on the training camp FAQ page. Please see General FAQs >> "What Items Are Prohibited at Training Camp?"

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